Scott Gump
Williams Bay,WI
Summary
Accomplished educator and curriculum developer with 12 years of experience in K-12 education. Proven track record of enhancing student achievement through data-informed instruction and targeted interventions. Skilled in creating engaging lesson plans and fostering collaboration among multidisciplinary teams to ensure equitable access for all students. Results-driven mindset when designing instruction to ensure proper and appropriate outcomes, while maintaining appropriate depth of knowledge. Seeking to leverage expertise in curriculum design and delivery to enhance learning experiences in diverse educational settings, specifically in an instructional design role. 5 years graphic design experience specifically with style guides, branding, logos, and typography.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Freelance Graphic Designer
- Current
- Design Specializations: Brand Identity, Typography, Minimalism, Vector Illustration, Layout Design, Apparel/Merchandise Design.
- Software Proficiency: Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign), Canva Pro, and Vector-based tools.
- Brand Identity Development: Created comprehensive visual systems for diverse clients, ensuring consistent brand voice across logos, typography, and marketing collateral.
Middle School English and Language Arts Teacher
Fontana J8 School District
Fontana, WI
01.2022 - Current
- Curriculum Development: Designed and executed evidence-based lesson plans for grades 6–8, focusing on reading comprehension, analytical writing, and grammatical mastery.
- Student Achievement: Improved standardized test scores and goal achievement by 74% through targeted intervention and data-informed instruction.
- Technology Integration: Seamlessly incorporated digital learning platforms and instructional tools to facilitate hybrid learning and increase student participation.
- Classroom Management: Established highly organized, efficient classroom workflows and systems that reduced administrative downtime and maximized instructional minutes.
- Collaboration: Partnered with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders to develop Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and 504 plans, ensuring equitable access for all students.
Manager of Outreach and Marketing
BY YOUR SIDE Autism Therapy Services
Schaumburg, IL
08.2022 - 01.2023
- Established new referral partnerships
- Maintained database of 300+ referral partnerships
- Maintained company website - WordPress
- Assisted with company-wide memos, internal organizational charts, company surveys, social media, graphics, collateral, etc.
Elementary Teacher, Grades 1-3
Harvard CUSD 50
Harvard, IL
01.2015 - 08.2022
- Foundational Literacy & Phonics: Orchestrated comprehensive reading programs utilizing evidence-based practices to ensure students met or exceeded grade-level benchmarks in fluency and comprehension.
- Systems-Based Classroom Management: Developed and optimized classroom routines and organizational systems that foster a predictable, high-functioning environment for young learners.
- Differentiated Instruction: Adapted core curricula to meet the varying developmental needs of a diverse student population, including the successful implementation of small-group interventions.
- Data Analysis & Reporting: Regularly assessed student progress using standardized and formative tools to adjust instructional strategies and communicate clear, actionable insights to stakeholders.
- Social-Emotional Learning (SEL): Integrated SEL frameworks into daily instruction to build a cohesive classroom community and improve student self-regulation and engagement.
Education
Associate's degree -
McHenry County College
Crystal Lake, ILBachelor's degree - undefined
National Louis University
Chicago, ILSkills
- Curriculum development
- Educational planning
- Data-driven teaching
- Adobe Suite
- Strong organizational skills
- UI design
- iMovie Software
- Graphic Design & Typography
Certification
Teaching Certification
Timeline
Manager of Outreach and Marketing
BY YOUR SIDE Autism Therapy Services
08.2022 - 01.2023
Middle School English and Language Arts Teacher
Fontana J8 School District
01.2022 - Current
Elementary Teacher, Grades 1-3
Harvard CUSD 50
01.2015 - 08.2022
Bachelor's degree - undefined
National Louis University
Freelance Graphic Designer
- Current
Associate's degree -
McHenry County College